Assistant Manager

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium retail company in Central London is seeking an exceptional Assistant Manager. The ideal candidate thrives in a high volume environment, delivering excellent service while motivating a team. Responsibilities include leading the shop floor, maintaining standards, and driving performance. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £35k DOE plus bonuses and benefits, alongside career development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Strong bonus potential

Excellent staff discount

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced, high volume retail environment.
• Ability to motivate and engage a team.
• Commitment to delivering elevated service and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team with confidence and presence.
• Create a service-driven atmosphere.
• Support daily operations and maintain exceptional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Service mindset

Operational understanding

Job description

Assistant Manager | Central London | up to £35k DOE + Bonus & Benefits

We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Manager to join a fast paced and premium retail environment in Central London. This opportunity is perfect for someone who thrives in busy, high volume settings while delivering the elevated service expected in premium fashion and lifestyle retail.

As an Assistant Manager, you will bring energy, structure, and inspiration to the shop floor. You will support the Store Manager in driving performance, elevating service, and developing a confident, motivated team who deliver excellence even at peak trading times.

What You’ll Do as an Assistant Manager

• Lead the team on the shop floor with confidence and presence
• Create an uplifting, service‑driven atmosphere for customers and staff
• Support daily operations while maintaining exceptional standards across the store
• Use insight and observation to drive commercial performance
• Champion premium service at all times, even in high volume moments
• Develop, coach, and motivate your team to reach their full potential

We’re Looking For

You will come from a fast paced, high volume retail background but with the polish, communication style, and service mindset found within premium fashion or lifestyle brands. You stay calm, organised, and professional, no matter how busy the environment becomes, and you know how to inspire others to do the same.

• Confident leadership that motivates people to achieve their best
• A strong commitment to elevated service and presentation
• Experience in managing high footfall while keeping standards consistently high
• Operational understanding that ensures the store runs smoothly
• A positive and engaging approach that sets the tone for the team

Why Join

• Competitive salary and strong bonus potential
• Excellent staff discount
• Clear career development opportunities
• A supportive leadership team committed to developing talent

If you are ready to shine as an Assistant Manager and want to bring your high volume experience into a premium retail setting, we would love to hear from you.